Aston Martin unveil the new Vanquish

Built on the latest version of Aston Martin’s VH (vertical horizontal) architecture, the car’s components make use of materials such as bonded aluminium and carbon-fibre, improving overall rigidity by 25% over the outgoing model and reducing weight.

It is powered by a significantly upgraded 6.0 litre V12 engine mated to the proven Touchtronic 2 six-speed automatic gearbox it is capable of 0-62mph in 4.1 seconds and can reach a top speed of 183mph.

The Vanquish will be sold in two-seater or 2+2 seating configurations and will have increased leg and shoulder room.

Stylists have drawn inspiration from the One-77 for the interior. The sweeping center console, for example, is almost identical to the design seen on the former flagship.